E. O. Plauen

German cartoonist and illustrator

E. O. Plauen - German cartoonist and illustrator
Born

March 18th, 1903
122 years ago

Died

1944
81 years ago — 41 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A prominent cartoonist and illustrator from Germany, E. O. Plauen created works that reflected social and political themes of his time. The character 'Vater und Sohn' became iconic, featuring a father and son in humorous yet poignant situations. This comic strip garnered widespread recognition and has been translated into multiple languages, continuing to engage audiences across generations. Plauen's illustrations were characterized by their simple yet expressive style, making complex themes accessible to a broad audience. His work remains a significant part of German cartooning history.

Created the comic strip 'Vater und Sohn'

Reflected social and political themes in artwork

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